5th/6th Grade Math and Science Teacher

Romero Academy • Cincinnati, OH

1d • $45,000

About The Position

Romero Academies' teachers partner with families to form future saints by developing the intellect, forming the character, and engaging the faith of each scholar. We are looking for a highly dedicated educator who brings an unwavering commitment to helping every scholar achieve their God-given potential. This position will teach one 5th grade class and one 6th grade class both math and science. Each class level spends half the day with this teacher. The primary responsibilities of a 5th/6th Grade Math and Science teacher include: Internalizing and executing rigorous lesson plans in math and science, while differentiating to meet the learning needs of all students. Creating and maintaining a learning environment where every scholar feels safe, loved, and inspired to learn and grow. Supporting a school culture focused on faith, academic achievement, and character development. Romero Academies' teachers must possess a commitment to partner with families, a dedication to serve all students, and a desire to seek and implement feedback and grow professionally.

Requirements

• A loving respect for all people, in recognition of each person’s God-given dignity
• A desire to participate in ongoing faith formation and Christian fellowship opportunities
• A demonstrated commitment to service in urban and/or low-income settings
• Unassailable integrity and commitment to the school’s mission and vision
• A strong belief that all children can achieve both moral and academic excellence
• An unwavering determination to be better today than you were yesterday
• Proven ability to effectively support, collaborate, and partner with a variety of personalities and working styles and an openness and generosity of spirit in navigating differences
• Grit, faith, hope, love, and a sense of humor
• At a minimum, a bachelor’s degree and a desire to help students grow in faith, virtue, and intellect is required.

Nice To Haves

• A passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture
• Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of traditionally underserved students
• Living as a faith-filled individual, who understands and honors the teachings of the Catholic Church and is passionate about sharing the Catholic faith
• The ability to be flexible in a fast-paced school environment that is responsive to students’ needs.

Responsibilities

• Internalize, individualize, and execute lesson plans in assigned content areas.
• Teach targeted lessons to small groups within the context of a rotational model of blended learning.
• Lead instruction using a rigorous curriculum that inspires intellectual curiosity, reinforces the joy of learning, and enables all students to thrive.
• Teach all lessons with rigor, joy, and urgency.
• Engage in an ongoing data-driven cycle of assessment, analysis, and action.
• Achieve meaningful student achievement and growth results aligned with the school's mission and annual goals.
• Implement school-wide systems for academics, culture, and character development.
• Connect with families through frequent phone calls, emails, conferences, and notes.
• Develop meaningful relationships with students and parents that drive students to love learning and make exceptional academic gains.
• Participate in up to two weeks of summer training before school’s opening.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.
• Commit to teaching an extended school year.
• Help students develop a personal relationship with Christ.

Benefits

• All full-time staff are offered medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.
• All teachers receive two 45-minute planning periods daily and a dedicated lunchtime.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level